The New 4th - "Arulilo Arrives" {Open for Espada}(Floor 900)

[Arulilo Meja]

Hueco Mundo, Los Noches: Corridors - floor 900

A Dark tempest to the east.
His soul's Reiatsu spilled into the background.
Arulilo emerged from his tower looking dreamy eyed and filled with intent. His long white hair flow in waves as the dark Hueco Mundo background beckon.
He spoke softly "Oh My... what a waste"
His eyes staring down into the sand dunes below the bridge to his tower. His eye would never lie to him. Those hollows were filthy, and he could see right through them.
"Must I live in such low company?"
His hands casually in his pockets, Arulilo walked to the corner of the bridge and stared up into Hueco Mundo's lonely, black sky. It's bleak energy dancing within the bounds of his cornea. He would see nothing less than traces of energy. Hollows whose last words were never heard because nobody was around to hear them. He could sense their Reiatsu was yearning to be eaten. His eyes glistened. His intoxicated tongue moistened. He wouldn't cause a scene.


He was waiting for another espada to pay him a visit. Someone above him was an interesting topic and he awaited the view of another interesting Arrancar. Yawning, Arulilo walked over to the viewing area of his castle. The walkways were common in Los Noches and being the 4th Espada, his tower was not far from the central area. Arulilo would look down over the bridge and try to remember what it would be like to live such low existence. His hands would remain inside of his pockets while the moon that never went away watched in agony. His spiritual pressure expanded slightly as he began to walk back into his palace. He was very high up in Los Noches so nothing would bother him unless it was a being worth getting know. He enjoyed being surrounded by power.

[Rio Demonliogalgo]

If Arulilo was looking for power, he need look no further than the presently approaching company. With unusual quietness compared to his usual demeanour, a massive, hulking figure stepped out from the shadows from the darkness, standing at the far edge of the bridge. Rio Demoniogalgo, the Quinta Espada's face had been unusually contemplative, but screwed itself up into a scowl when he saw Arulilo. He didn't recognize this one, but he could feel power radiating off of him. Another prospective Numeros? Or had the ranks of the Espada been filled once again?

Rio checked himself as that thought crossed his mind. When the tattoo on his stomach, had once read "6", Rio had believed that the name of "Espada" meant something. To be the most powerful in Hueco Mundo, to be the most powerful of all. Now, here he stood, the last of that generation. Kuroi and Adalo, the two Espada that had held his highest respect, had vanished into the night, never to be heard from again. Asuka, that little brat of a rising star, had come and gone and come and gone again. He heard Adolf had been killed in battle by a Quincy. And now their ranks even included a filthy half-breed. Miho-- though not an Espada, had similarly vanished into the vast deserts of Hueco Mundo. It bothered Rio that the pinnacle of Arrancar power could be given and lost so freely.

Soft as Arulilo spoke, Rio's honed sense of hearing, like that of a wild animal, picked up the words. "They're pathetic, but they're better than the alternative." He growled out, as he strode down the center of the bridge. Despite his inner thoughts, the Espada continued to walk with confidence, and a gait that suggested that he would stop for nobody. If you were in his way, you'd be knocked aside as he strode by without a second thought from the Quinta. All that was reflected of his thoughts was the vaguely pissed off look on his face, but then... Rio was known for always looking pissed off.

Arulilo would know at once who he was being addressed by though. Rio often left the front of his uniform open, the number "5" tattoo'd on his stomach, just below the Hollow Hole in his chest. Aside from his line to Arulilo though Rio wasn't about to make a formal introduction first-- perhaps he might have had he glanced Arulilo's number, though that was presumably hidden beneath his high collar, and not visible to Rio. So now the Espada's act of crossing the bridge had caused him to nearly reach Arulilo. The Espada's body was every faced ahead, but his eyes were fixed on Arulilo, seeing what he could make of the new blood with an unfamiliar scent to him.

[Arulilo Meja]

Los Noches, Corridors - Floor 900/Arulilo's Espada Tower

Sand was something of a familiar nature to Arulilo. The many colors between brown and tan creating endless waves. Oceans of skull and bone. He had killed many hollow and could only imagine how many of those skulls are now washed away and blended within the sands of Hueco Mundo. His dreamy eye began to get lost in the song that played in front of him. He began to sway as his Reiatsu swelled and swayed along with him. A symphony was playing inside of his ears when the Reiatsu around him began to shift. Someone was coming.

The Reiatsu around Arulilo began to come under influence; Its body bulging and melting Arulilo’s own bubble of undisturbed energy. He could see a gentleman approaching him on the tower balcony. His violet eyes striking and gleamy. Scars from unknown locations marked his body. Arulilo smirked and when the unknown man got closer, Arulilo spoke in a more hearable tone.

” Hello there!”
His eyes snapping back into focus, Arulilo turned around and looked directly into the man’s eyes with serious intent.
Pools of crystal energy began to dance around both of them in faint, light traces.
Arulilo noticed the Number 5 on the man’s stomach and grinned.
He extended his bare, white hand from his oversized Espada Garb and waved.

“Ive been waiting on either food or an interesting conversation, seeing as that number 5 is on your stomach, I don’t think I'll be eating you”
He began to laugh hysterically until he abruptly stopped and spoke in a much more serious tone before undoing his high collar slowly.
The collar fell away revealing the "Number 4" on the center of his Chin. the black lines that made the marking were etched perfectly in line with 
the center of his mouth.

“Cuatra Espada, Arulilo Meja”

His eye remained focused on the man’s pupil as he noticed the spiritual pressure radiating off of them was considerable.
His mouth began to wretch itself into a crooked smile before he spoke again.

“Who are you?”

[Rio Demonliogalgo]

Rio looked over the new blood. Cuarta Espada huh? So he was an Espada afterall. And the 4th. A number one higher than Rio. Hougyoku made no doubt. If Arulilo possessed the ability to detect Rio's reiatsu in extensive detail, it would be wild, surging and untamed. Nowhere near as powerful as his however-- Although much stronger than the average arrancar, Rio's reiatsu was not tremendously overwhelming in and of itself. Rio had always made his name in the Espada by his prodigious physical strength.

Rio's eyes burned into Arulilo's, judging him at a glance. He allowed the other Espada to make his introduction and observed the handshake with a determined, cursory look as if considering if he should take it or not. At last, when Rio saw the number four on his chin, he finally extended a hand and accepted the handshake, his own strength at once apparent in his grip. A grip that felt like it might have shattered Arulilo's hand if he'd squeezed hard enough. Rio couldn't come close to matching Arulilo's reiatsu strength, but in physical might, only Adalo had ever challenged Rio among the Espada.

"Damn right you're not. It's Rio. Espada number five. Rio Demoniogalgo." He replied. A fellow Espada deserved at least that much. Unless it was Cierro, but Arulilo was clearly no Cierro at a glance. "So they finally found a replacement for Shiki, huh?" Rio stated, flatly, as if the demise or replacement of a fellow Espada was of no concern to him. He looked out over the white sands that Arulilo had been looking at. "I've never heard of you before, how'd you end up jumping straight into Cuarta?" He asked brusquely. Rio was not known for manners, pleasantries or any form or saying anything other than what was on his mind. Which wasn't usually very polite. "Guess you gotta be half-strong to jump straight to the position." He commented.

[Arulilo Meja]

Hueco Mundo, Corridors - floor 900

Arulilo listened as the man now known as Rio introduced himself as the 5th Espada. He knows as much from looking at his stomach, but it was a formal introduction, nonetheless. Arulilo could feel the grip of his hand and knew that Rio was being gentle. He did not mind at all; His actual physical strength was most likely not as strong as Rio’s, and he didn’t want to get his hand dirty anyways. Arulilo stood silently, listening to Rio ask him about coming into power as the 4th espada so suddenly. It was a good question of course. Suddenly, this random powerful Arrancar landed inside of a well establish member system with no prior knowledge or connection.
He knew how to answer.

“I think it was because I ate a few more hollows than the rest. Anyways, I don’t expect to be understood by my comrades, we are all here only because our power allows us to be. We stand up here while those who are going to be lost to unevolved history, are down there.”

Arulilo looked back to the ground below the bridge they were standing on. His eyes became pools filled with vicious memories of his hunger being satiated under the full moon and only for a moment did Arulilo care enough to ask.

“What makes us stronger? Is it our endless hunger? Why do we stand the test of time and fulfil the purpose of our evolution while others don’t? He began to lick his lips and raised his voice slightly.
“Is it the intoxication of power? Do you feel powerful when you release your sword? Does it make you drunk with power? What is the reason you fight Rio?”

The reiatsu in the air grew thicker.
Arulilo had always been so interested to talk of why other Arrancar kill. It may have all been a plot to compare their reasonings to his own. He suffered from the intoxicating effects of killing and wondered if others had felt the same. He stepped back from Rio and smiled as if to make things less tense. The air was still as thick as syrup and a white mist now surrounded them both. Arulilo had trouble keeping his Reiatsu from spilling out which is why he created a whole technique to hide it. He wouldn’t need to use that now. Rio was interesting and Arulilo wanted to learn the reasoning behind this Arrancar.

[Charlotte & Serenity Buckner]

Tap. Tap. Tap. The sound of the Primera's heels pattered against the floors of Las Noches, with the younger of the two quickly following in suit. Keeping a rather brisk jog in order to keep up with her older sister, Serenity called out to the elder. "Charlooooote!" she stretched out, "just when are we gonna get there? I wanna meet the new member!" Holding everything back to stop herself from running on ahead, Serenity practically bounced with each passing step she took. Such reactions prompted a soft chuckle from Charlotte.

"Have patience, little bird," she spoke softly, gently placing a hand on her younger sister's head, "we'll be there soon enough. We should only be a floor or two away if what you told me was correct." Serenity simply huffed as the two kept walking. Given her desire to avoid being cooped up in Las Noches with each passing day, Serenity had found herself exploring the rather massive castle quite frequently. And naturally, any developments or information that she'd managed to collect along the way went directly to Charlotte. Such was a rather simple dynamic, but an effective one nonetheless. If nothing else, it meant that the two were almost always on top of the flow of information, so long as the hollows that inhabited Las Noches were talking. In this specific situation, it seemed that a new Cuatra had made themselves present.

"I wanna meet them now!" Serenity exclaimed, very evidently excited, "I just hope they're nice!" To no surprise, Serenity's words brought about a smile to Charlotte's face. "And you'll get that opportunity; not at this very second, however, given as we've still got a bit of a hike ahead of us. Soul King only knows why Sonken decided to keep this place as large as it is." As she grumbled the last sentence to herself, Charlotte crossed her arms. "In any case, the stairway to the next floor isn't that far from us. One or two more descents and we should be there." Cheers of joy followed Charlotte's words, from the younger of the two girls.

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In time, the two eventually made it to one of the floors under domain of the Cuatra. Given their recent arrival, they hadn't expected any sort of noteworthy renovations quite yet, but both were quite interested in the possibilities of such changes. If nothing else, the new arrival certainly brought about another subject of interest amongst the Espada. Not to mention the departure of Arcadus, the Late Tercera, and the arrival of that new girl. They'd certainly need to pay her a visit at some point; see just what she's all about. Though, that was something that they could've worried about later; Charlotte wanted to assess the new Espada, and Serenity wanted a new friend.

As the two closed in, both girls - though, Serenity much more so - became keenly aware of the thickening of the air around them; namely, a noticeable reiatsu build-up. Perhaps a fight was breaking out? Charlotte could barely contain herself at the thought, as a soft grin quickly rose to her cheeks. Serenity, on the other hand, had a completely different response; she instead decided to almost cling to her older sister, holding tightly at the woman's side. As she had always done, Charlotte threw an arm around Serenity's shoulder as to comfort her. "There, there," she spoke softly, "I'm sure all is well. No need to worry, little bird."

As the two had found themselves walking the bridge atop the nine-hundredth floor, two figures quickly came into view; one that was more bulk than man - at least, in Charlotte's eyes - and one that held a more... scholarly stature to them. Smiling once more upon seeing both figures, it had seemed as though Charlotte had lucked out; meeting two other Espada for the price of one seemed be the case for today. Unfortunately for the younger of the two, it had remained to be seen if the larger of the two was going to be a friendly individual, so a new personality to be around was very much questionable.

As the two walked up to the group that had formed, Serenity made an effort to stop clinging to Charlotte's side; to stand tall and keep herself somewhat level-headed, as her older sister decided to speak. "Afternoon," Charlotte spoke, making a jab toward the ever-present sun, "I've a fairly strong idea as to who the two of you might be, but perhaps I could ask for quick clarification on the matter?" Bowing her head in a polite fashion, the elder of the two held her hands behind her back. "Charlotte Buckner, Primera Espada. Pleased to make your acquaintance."

[Arulilo Meja]

Hueco Mundo, Corridors - floor 900

It happened almost instantly while Arulilo was talking to Rio. A flock of birds with skulls for heads flew over him slowly. He heard the tapping and the change in pressure knock continuously in his head as he tried to focus on the conversation with Rio. This was unlike any spiritual pressure Arulilo had felt before. The Birds that had flown over him previously had now landed beside him and flashed with electricity before disappearing in a light, electrical mist. Arulilo looked back over beyond Rio’s shoulders and spoke.

“Do you feel that?”

His eyes focused on the entrance to the 900th floor corridor in distant interest. The Reiatsu was overcrowding his own and demanding to be seen. He could feel it envelop the area almost immediately. There was an interesting sense to this Reiatsu. Its shared space was even but with two similar, but different imprints. He could make out two women Arrancar walking with purpose out on to the balcony.

Arulilo walked towards the two women and stopped, staring directly into the larger of the two’s eyes. He was confused, these two women were standing in front of him but the larger of the two introduced herself as the Primera Espada. Arulilo looked over the smaller one and grinned.

“And who might you be?”

She seemed nervous and interested at the same time. She seemed curious to know more. Arulilo walked over and extended his hand slightly. He would kneel and investigate the smaller Arrancar's eyes. They would show Power, understanding and hesitation. A will just as strong as the bigger of the two women. He immediately smiled and his eyes grew wide.

He could feel the connection these two shared. Their power so different yet so in-tune. They were different and somehow, he couldn’t see why. Arulilo prided himself in the ability to detect others but these two seemed to be on a whole new plane. An interesting yet mysterious connection shared between 2 Arrancar.

“I bet your quite the powerhouse!”

Arulilo jumped into the air, clapping and laughing hysterically. He soon stopped and became stoic in his voice.

“Im Arulilo Meja, Cuatra Espada.”

His high collar still open and showing the number 4 on his chin. He smiled and stood back looking at the larger espada who introduced herself as the Primera.

“Rio and I were just having a conversation as comrades do, tell me, what do you think about your evolution? Does it make you drunk with power!?”

Arulilo’s Reiatsu thickened the air once more as he spoke. His tongue festered inside his mouth as he stared into Charlotte’s eyes.

“What gives you purpose?

[Rio Demonliogalgo]

Rio silently approved of Arulilo's answer. Really any answer regarding "power" would have been acceptable to him. Afterall that's what the Espada were to him. It wasn't a position in Kouhai's army. It was the prestige, honor and responsibility of being recognized as one of the ten most powerful creatures in existence. But Arulilo pushed further and Rio's eyes narrowed a touch. "It's because we were always strong, and got stronger. We survived. Those who can't climb to these heights are just useless garbage." He answered.

As for the question, Rio's head turned and finally seemed to give Arulilo his full attention. "Of course I feel powerful. I fight for two reasons alone. To survive. And because the weak deserve to be crushed and conquered." He replied, in a tone that was almost aggressive. War and battle was all Rio had ever known even as a human. Forced to pick up the shield and spear before he was even a teenager. Donning a helmet long before adulthood. Though he had long since forgotten his discipline, the soldiers life was the only one the Espada had ever known in all his thousands of years of existence.

And then there were newcomers. The new Primera. Rio had heard of her, and a snarling grin crossed his face. "Quinta Espada, Rio Demoniogalgo." He said to Charlotte. "I hear you beat the fuckin' shit out of one of Kouhai's pets." He stated to Charlotte, in obvious approval. If there was anything as well known about Rio as his physical strength, or his incredibly short temper, it was his public and vocal disdain for Sonken Kouhai and anyone who stood with him. It was a revolting joke that the arrancar, the dominant species in this world, were at the command of a Shinigami. Rio couldn't deny Kouhai's power, but this didn't mean he could stand the idea of that abomination.

[Charlotte & Serenity Buckner]

Upon hearing Rio's introduction, Charlotte perked up. Seems as though this man was the Quinta Espada! She was so very delighted to get the opportunity to meet the man while she had the chance; he was one that she was looking to introduce herself to in time, but for such an opportunity to present itself this early? She was glad that things had turned out this way. "Well, Rio, it's most definitely a pleasure to meet you. Soul King only knows how long it would've been before this opportunity presented itself, no? Glad we can finally meet."

Turning to the new Cuarta, Charlotte once again maintained a rather simple smile across her face. "Well, I'd like to think so," she spoke in response to the Espada's comment about her power, "we've certainly been striving to reach new heights of capability over the last couple of decades." Chuckling softly to herself, and gently patting Serenity on the back, Charlotte made sure the younger knew she was okay in the given situation. It wasn't often that two heavy-hitters made themselves so prominent within Las Noches like this, so she wasn't sure how Serenity was going to react.

Listening to what Arulilo had spoken about, his introduction and subsequent question, Charlotte took a moment to think. "I wouldn't go as far as to say it makes me 'drunk with power', as you so eloquently put it," she smiled, "but it certainly gives me the assurance that I below where I am. As far as your second question goes, however..." Cutting herself off, Charlotte gently positioned Serenity in front of herself, as though to display her younger sister.

"This girl is my purpose." As she finished speaking, Serenity herself chuckled and looked away from the group, very evidently pleased from the compliment she'd just been given. "Charloooote," she spoke, "there's no need to say those things!" Her older sister chuckled once more. "Nonsense, little bird, I'm going to speak the truth when prompted to; especially when you're my reason for fighting. Serenity here is my younger sister; the drive behind my reasoning to ascend. I'd simply like to keep her safe when possible; any harm the befalls her is harm that will befall those that cause it one-hundred times over."

Moving back to Rio's comment, Charlotte couldn't help but laugh at his comment. She still couldn't believe that word had spread so quickly about that! By no means was she complaining, however; she enjoyed beating that man down as quickly as she did. "Oh, quite easily," she added with a smile, "The Shinigami didn't even prompt me to release my weapon; quite a lackluster little thing indeed, you know? As far as I could tell, he was pushed to his own limits, and even then he barely managed to land hits on me. I pity him should he look to fight once more."

[Arulilo Meja]

Hueco Mundo - Los Noches Corridors: Floor 900
(Arulilo's Espada Tower Bridge)

They had been standing there for what seemed like forever. Pleasantries were exchanged through conversation. Each of these espadas had their own will and drive for power. Arulilo felt alive in the moment. He could feel the energy in the air shift back and forth like the very conversation they were having. He was excited to be standing on this bridge, but only because there was so much power here. He looked quiet as the Espada were talking, listening to them speak about past times that occurred before he became an Espada.

Charlotte positioned Serenity in front of her and told Arulilo that serenity was her purpose. Arulilo's mouth hung open with interest. Looking at them for only a brief moment, he could see the protective energy radiate silently off of Charlotte as her delicate but strong hand was placed on Serenity. She had fire in her eyes as she looked at Arulilo, and for only that brief moment, he could see her eyes blazing with an electric, dazzling aura. Charlotte's soul seemed to be hungry, as all the hollows and Arrancar had been and were, but Charlotte also seemed content and put together. It was no wonder she was the Primera Espada.

Arulilo snapped out of his thought process and spoke in a stoic manner.

So, I can tell a few more individuals may be coming. They seem to be drawn to this gathering, as I'm sure our reiatsu is collecting and pooling around us".

Arulilo walked over to the edge of the bridge again, his hands behind his back.
He sighed and turned to face Rio, Charlotte, and Serenity.

"For as long as I'm an Espada, I'd like to spend my time killing innocent Shinigami in cold blood." 
He licked his lips fiercely.
Terror began to blossom in his eyes. 

I'm not foolish. I can wait until the day arrives that it happens. I just don't want there to be any gray areas for anyone. "

He closed his eyes and zipped his high collar back up once the dust picked up in the dunes below. He was going to wait for more to arrive. Hopefully, they were strong enough to interest Arulilo, as these 3 Arrancar already had. 

[Serraph Quarrere]

"Oh?"

Odd eyes turned skywards towards a nearby tower that stretched higher than most, the palace of the 4th. A power now inhabited it, but it wasn't Lord Shiki's, oh no. This one felt a bit more malicious than his depressing spiritual pressure. Serraph bent down, ensuring his footwear was secure. Sure, he *could* take the long way up and utilize the stairs or elevator system this Espada may or may not have, or he could run up the side of the building. Serraph grinned and stood up quickly, hopping a few times in place to get his thick blood flowing properly. Stretching would be unnecessary for this body, built for speed and naught much else. He dipped low and launched himself, scaling the massive tower.

"Surely I can do better!", he laughed, his form a mere blur against the smooth stone of the tower. He'd slow down to plant a foot down, cracking the stone and launching himself into a sonido. His form would vanish completely and he'd appear close to where the sources of power resided. He'd let the force carry him further and drifted himself closer to the balcony, his feet softly touching down. His crimson and pale eyes glanced at the occupants, noticing a familiar Primera and Quinta, but the third remained an enigma. Serraph reached into his coat, pulling free a book from its storage and flipped it open.

"'In the North Sea, lies Jutland, the stage for the biggest naval battle of the war. In the mist, uncovered by darkness, two mighty fleets are approaching. They are led by a new class of battleship. One that fears nothing, The Dreadought'"

Serraph looked up from his book, his eyes narrowing his eyes down upon the newcomer. Though recognizing its strength, a worry did fall over his heart. Though he wasn't involved with the man on a personal level, he did partake in what Serraph had to offer this city. Even a blind man could read the books he held within his grand library, and now he's gone, supposedly. Serraph couldnt sense him anywhere. "Pleasure to meet you, I am Serraph Quarrere, Sexta Espada.", he'd bow politedly and hopped down from the balcony ledge, his staff making a light tap against the smooth floor. "A pleasure to see you once again, Lady Charlotte, Lady Serentiy. Lord Rio."


"My apologies for the intrusion, I just had to know. Where is Lord Shiki, and why are you in his tower?"

2980/2980 Reatsu

[Astrid Vess]

OOC: With permission from SnofallX I'm joining in with Astrid.


Astrid was roaming again. She didn't like remaining within Charlotte's domain, especially when Serenity was always watching her. Looking her and her spirits over as though they were such a strange and curious thing. Sometimes Astrid swore she even saw sadness in her eyes. She couldn't guess why. Serenity was far too empathetic for a hollow. At least in her opinion but that didn't matter much when the elder was more in line with what a hollow should be. Regardless of Astrid's thoughts and opinions on the duo and their strange dynamic Astrid was out and about on a mission. One she'd been "doing" for the past several weeks off and on. She was looking for residents of Las Noches. The supposed "Home of the strongest of hollowkind.". So far? She hadn't found many who fit that description. Especially considering she couldn't sense energy for shit.

However today was different, she'd brought out several spirits with her because they could sense one's energy. They could find those worth a damn to interact with. Specifically, she was looking for what Charlotte had called "Espada". Apparently, she was one of them and they were some sort of hollow-esque super beings. Especially compared to their "lesser kin". Astrid didn't believe that for shit. But there was weight to Charlotte so perhaps there was truth to her words. Hence why Astrid even considered following her "recommendation" of finding the others. Astrid could even recall the words Charlotte had said word for word. "Make yourself known Astrid. Not to the help, not to Kouhai, and certainly not to the fools that are his "aides". No, find those with real power in this empty fortress. Find the Espada. Get to know them, if your bestial mind will allow it. Most importantly, try not to die in the process. It won't affect you much, as you've explained, but I will not have my name as Primera besmirched because you were so weak as to fall to another."

With the memory of those words strong in her mind Astrid searched within herself for several spirits. She didn't need them to be especially noteworthy, but she did need a reliable group. So, she chose the tried and true. Her first and foremost pick being a canine hollow she'd long since consumed and used on the frequent. Being almost five tall on its own the thing was more than capable in its own right and was ever the solid choice for Astrid to use as a stead. The remainder of her spiritual companions were a few warped and twisted human souls that were nothing more than wisps. Their bodies bleached white and their faces blank barring an incredibly thin line that was hiding their maw. The only other point of note was the constant stream of dark reiatsu that swirled around them and otherwise covered their pristine body.

As mentioned before, Astrid was dense as a rock when it came to sensing others. She had next to no capability for it. Hence why her initial meeting with Charlotte was so. . . dramatic. But her spirits when they manifested almost immediately picked up on the ever growing in scope and number of spiritual energy high, high above them. So high above that the spirits could not reliably tell Astrid where exactly all the energy was coming from. Astrid however wasn't so concerned, she simply needed a direction and if it was up, then she'd go up. The means was simple. She immediately drew a small sigil with her reiatsu and placed it on the ground. It looked akin to a circle cut into fourths but instead of her usual denotations of the various worlds. Astrid split it into a quartet for Hueco Mundo. One section for Charlotte's Domain, another for the Forest, another for the dunes, and the last for the fortress.

Astrid picked the fortress and specifically willed to have the sigil create a pathway to the outside towers. Within moments the sigil became grey and the space above it warped and twisted upon itself until it formed a small black hole. With no hesitation Astrid walked forward and her way into the warped space, the world twisted and contorted until she finally found herself above the fortress itself and in the night sky. A quick glance down revealed just what she was looking for, namely Charlotte and her sibling, but also others who had crowded around and were talking. Astrid rolled her eyes, not content in having to actually speak but it wasn't like there was another option here. With a flick of her wrist, she made the sigil fly down quickly to the group, and had it set itself upon the ground next to Charlotte, opposite of Serenity.

She glared up at all presents given she was shorter than everyone here by proxy of being just under four feet tall. She knew of only two here, but she could see a couple numbers being shown so she figured these must be the Espada she was told to find. The sigil faded as her spirits all walked out from it behind her and they immediately grew visibly fearful at all those present. The energy of those present was overwhelming for them but given Astrid couldn't sense anything didn't even begin to register how potent, if at all, any of the arrancar were. She side eyed Charlotte and Serenity with two of her six eyes and sighed. Once Serraph was finished speaking she waited a moment. Attempting to be "polite" against her better judgement. Given no one immediately spoke up however she decided to take initiative looking first to patron in Las Noches and then to the group as a whole.

"Evening Charlotte, Serenity. Which of you are Espada? I'd think at least one of you are given Charlotte's left her domain. I'm looking for the Espada on her "request" and the spirits seem to think there's at least one here. I doubt you care, but I'm their Fraccion, whatever the fuck that is." She glanced over the other present. She immediately wasn't fond of any of them. Rio held some manner of her respect for simply looking like the largest threat of the group but the other two were strange ones. Though Serraph was already hitting a nerve of Astrid's as his apparel reminded her of Orobas and Alastor. She held back a growl, but only just and instead continued to glare around unconcerned. Aside from Serenity. She didn't want at any point to look at Serenity given she unnerved her immensely.

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{Spirits with Astrid}

[Rizer, Tile]

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I wonder if I said something 

WOULD IT COME OUT ONE EAR, AND OUT THE OTHER OR WILL IT STICK?... I am looking forward to make my swords stick though.

{CTP}

1.) Rizer had find himself wondering the halls of Las Noches. Currently he was heading toward his chambers however, he could feel presence of source of energy ahead. Even though his sense wasn't the best this particular flex of energy produced a gut feeling.

2.) That didn't sit well with him. As Rizer continue his forward motion towards his destination. He could hear faint sounds of voices carrying throughout the hallways of Las Noches. Due to them being echo friendly and nearly empty palace a lot of stuff people do carried due to the emptiness of palace.

3.)Rizer mind begin to think as he continue his walk he decide to change course to the voices. It not often conversation within Las Noches this high up in the palace took place. Rizer just knew something up ahead and he had a slight gut feeling who these people were. It didn't take him long to arrive at his destination which was the bridge .

4.) As he walked toward the group and there was a group of 6 people. Rizer grin as he thought to himself, "This the most I seen since I been here gather like this... Let see One , two, three, four, five and six. If only they put in as much as work as they talk amongst themselves.

5.) Maybe they can make Las Noches great again." Shrugging his shoulders as he continue to close the distance between them. As he get closer he seems to make out there attire. Yup to his understanding they seems to be arrancars however one of them stood out. The one Rizer was talking about was Charlotte the primera Espada, and Liberian Espada. Rizer kinda forgot his name however he didn't forget what he did. Clearing his voice as he spoke loud enough for all to hear him within the area.

6.) His current position as he spoke was just 3 meters away from the Espada. Letting out a sigh Rizer seen someone he knew well two that was the Primera Espada and the Sexta Espada. "Sexta oooooh dear! I believe you ole me a solid . I just remember the hollow you welcome into our Kingdom.


7.)Surely my request wouldn't be turn down. Should I have to remind you what happen if you refuse me this time! But just in case in front of comrades. Accompany my task for to Soul Society for our Lord Kouhai. I will say my refusing this time will mean me challenging you for your rank.


8.)Since y'all don't respect request I will welcome all the fuckery! None of you work to better your situation but cry and bitter amongst yourself. You Primera I see you have time to grow a family but not no balls of leadership. When the last time you command ours forces?



9.)Surely your hearts are bored and seek justice or maybe power. Whatever floats your boat however all I ask when I come to you as an allied you assist me as I would for you. If not than you are against me, and I don't mind going down the lines, and working my way up to the top for some structure. Now as for the Primera Espada hand over the . Ryo for the medical bills if you don't mind dolly because it burns baby burns."

10.)Rizer body stopped at the 2 meter mark that was close enough to Charlotte. Should his back be turn on someone he felt secure why? Because he believes in the protection of his Lord Kouhai name. His attire reveal off by the lights within the area as he enter if possible area.

11.)The momentarily slight breeze and Rizer traditional trade mark smile upon his face. If you pay any attention to Rizer you would see his attire as he causally made his way to the Sexta location.

He wasn't a monster but he look apart as a very tall man standing at grand total of "6,0", and is the same height as his cousin "Ghost". He weight 165 pounds even Rizer's body is perfectly athletic built.



12.) Rizer have lightly color blonde haired with tan and burnish due to inflicted wounds from the Primera Espada along his skin. He is very lean, and muscular built man for his age. He dress in his standard Shingami attire which he added his own uniqueness to the attire. His Shihakushō otherwise known as Garment of Dead Souls is the standard black kimono wore by soul reapers.

13.) Underneath his kimono Rizer sports the traditional white garments , and drape across his shoulders is his elegant flamboyant haori. It follow an animal theme of a "Flamingo." His haori is brightly colored, with his light pink feather coat most is one of his most distinctly feature on his person. Rizer normally sports a pair of curved, thin golden sunglasses, which appear to serve as his eyesight with purple lenses.


14.) Along his feet is the traditional open toe wooden scandals. Since Rizer was in his normal attire he sport his empty sheathe of his former position of his zanpakuto along his left hip. I guess you can say he was feeling himself today he did took note of the big ole man that looks like he been pumping steroids. Rizer came to believe that he was either pumping steroids and nine of of ten was strong for no reason and fast.

15.) Smirking a bit at the thought of that moment as past them if it was along the route to Charlotte location . He even took note of the other people within the area closely via by momentarily glance in their direction expecting them carefully. Most importantly if anyone should interrupt him while he speak he would let them finish than continue on from. Where he left out however the case was he would get his point across no matter what as long as it would be within reason.

16.) How could he forget that other creature that look a lot alike that thing he fought in the Menos Forest. Even the few other people he never met or seen before but from the words of mouth via rumors he knew this place was a total mess as a kingdom. Today had had hope to make them realize this world can't be conquer alone at less you alone hold that much power and even than you don't want to be lonely.

17.) This would be the last thing he do how could he forget such an important task. His introduction clearing his voice one more time he said," I do apologize where are my manners if the Espada are the tools of Las Noches. Than I am one of Lord Kouhai hands that hold them at the proper moments of there life's . I am Rizer J. Tile at your service I am the Left Hand of Kouhai."

Credit to Marik

[Charlotte & Serenity Buckner]

"So, I can tell a few more individuals may be coming. They seem to be drawn to this gathering, as I'm sure our reiatsu is collecting and pooling around us." Charlotte perked up quite quickly. In a similar fashion, Serenity also exploded with joy. "New friends~?!" she practically screamed with excitement, though not too loud as to pierce eardrums or anything. She simply did nothing to contain the growing hype for more individuals to show up.

As Arulilo finished speaking, Serenity visibly shuddered. Their words deeply concerned her, and she made no effort to hide that. Though, it seemed that Charlotte had taken a different stance on the matter. She smiled quite wide. "Very, very interesting," she spoke, placing one hand to her jaw while somewhat crossing her arms, "quite the wonderful attitude to have, and one I'd be more than willing to indulge in." She sighed dreamily, as though she was thinking on the possibility of such an act, while further listening to the Cuatra. "Well, if you'd rather not wait around for such a day to come about, I'm more than willing to set something in motion if you'd like."

As Serraph arrived, Serenity herself once again exploded with joy. As both girls heard him speak, turning their head to face them, Serenity ran over to the Sexta and immediately threw her arms around him. "Serraph~!" she shouted excitedly, "It's been too too long! How have you been?" Charlotte couldn't help but laugh. "Greetings, Sexta. It's certainly wonderful to see you here as well. I'll let Arulilo do the talking on his behalf." Giving the metaphorical microphone over to Arulilo to introduce themselves, Charlotte simply stood and smiled, rather glad to have the opportunity to be there. Serenity, on the other hand, remained close by to Serraph, though would certainly let go of him should he request. Regardless, she remained practically beaming by his side.

And, once more, it seemed another friend was going to similarly show up. "Evening Charlotte, Serenity." Both girls once again turned their head toward the new face, and this time Charlotte was the excited one of the two. As Astrid began to introduce herself, Charlotte beamed with a chipper attitude. She seemed to be quite glad that Astrid had shown up. After she finished speaking, Charlotte chimed in. "My, seems everyone's showing up today~! In truth I'd expected you to be here, Astrid; I'm glad to see you are." Turning back to the rest of the group, Charlotte spoke once more. "As she so eloquently put, Astrid here is a Fracción of mine and Serenity's. Astrid here has been quite the helping hand around our quarters, do give her the same respect that you'd give me."

As the pleasantries continued, it seemed that they were soon going to come to an end. "Sexta o-oh dear! I believe you owe me a solid. I just remember the hollow you welcomed into our Kingdom." Snapping her head toward the Shinigami, Charlotte couldn't help but chuckle. Rizer had quite the gall to be showing up to such a meeting; and lord she was going to be talking back toward him. "Aww," Charlotte spoke, "asking for a favor, how cute~! The he thinks he's people!" After she finished, though, she was going to give the opportunity for Rizer to speak; a mistake she would soon grow to regret.

"Surely my request wouldn't be turned down. Should I have to remind you what happen if you refuse me this time?! But just in case in front of comrades; Accompany my task to Soul Society for our Lord Kouhai. I will say refusing me this time will mean me challenging you for your rank." Charlotte began to quietly simmer in anger. "Since y'all don't respect request I will welcome all the fuckery! None of you work to better your situation but cry and bicker amongst yourselves. You, Primera; I see you have time to grow a family but no balls of leadership. When was the last time you commanded our forces?" Her teeth gritted, and her hands quickly balled up into fists. Anybody that paid any attention to her eyes would see them quickly go black, with her irises taking on a crimson hue. Still, though; she kept silent.

"Surely your hearts are bored and seek justice or maybe power. Whatever floats your boat; however, all I ask is when I come to you as an ally you assist me as I would for you. If not, then you are against me, and I don't mind going down the lines and working my way up to the top for some structure. Now as for the Primera Espada; hand over the Ryo for the medical bills if you don't mind, dolly, because it burns baby burns." As he finished, Charlotte took a deep breath. There was no sense in getting angry over rabble like Rizer. A sentiment she would've otherwise maintained, if it weren't for one small factor; Serenity had audibly sobbed from his words; she'd started to cry.

That. Was. It. Her own spiritual prowess exploded outward. Though everyone there had been close in power, so it mattered not, a rather noteworthy gravitational pressure still took hold and threatened to crush everything in the nearby vicinity. Taking the opportunity to storm up to Rizer, Charlotte made sure she was in his face as she spoke. "Listen here, you little shit," she said as she grabbed hold of his Shihakkusho, "You've quite the balls yourself to stroll up to us and start making demands. I am not going to sit here idly by while you threaten everybody here. Especially for something like their rank." Pulling him in closer by the grip she held of his robes, she continued to stare him down, though notably holding herself from making a strike against him.

"If it's a fight you're looking for, then we can dance. Hell, if you want my position? Fine. I'll humor you; try and fucking take it." Letting go, and allowing him to appropriately drop if he didn't catch himself beforehand, she took a few steps back and a few deep breaths. "I believe I made my point. That offer stands, by the way; if it's my spot your after, simply say the word and you can fight for it. I'll kill you where you stand if you fail, though." Turning back to the group, she spoke once more, this time toward her younger sister. "Are you all right, little bird?"

[Arulilo Meja]

The collective had assembled for the most part. Arulilo stood motionless as the Espada and their Fraccion settled atop his tower. He was interested in seeing such a diverse group of dysfunctional creatures. Each of these Espada had their own reiatsu patterns and they were so eloquently displaying themselves.

First, Charlotte's apparent fraccion appeared. This hollow was unique in the sense that, for some reason, Arulilo could see spirit sigils dancing around Astrid silently. Their power wasn't all that impressive, but it definitely still radiated. He could tell this hollow was loyal to Charlotte. The way they stood behind the two female arrancars showed protection and awareness of their proximity. He was interested in the unique connection that makes up Fraccion and Espada's relationship.

Serraph Querrere. The Sexta Espada.
As the gentleman made his appearance, Arulilo couldn't help but notice thin pieces of paper unfolding within his spiritual pressure. something that seemed rather odd and unique. Serraph's mannerisms were guarded but fluid. His Espada uniform was different from the others. It was more unique in its colors and strayed away from the dull black and white factory-made uniforms. He would ask Arulilo what he was doing here, to which Arulilo would snicker and smile behind his high collar.

"I don't like to dwell on the past. You see me here now and therefore you should worry only about that instead of a worthless name that no longer appears here. "

As soon as he spoke, Arulilo felt it. A strong tremble in the reaitsu. Even with all of these talented and powerful arrancars here, there was still a thickness in the air. He could feel it creeping up on him, dancing around him like it was giving off a warning. The noise in Arulilo's ears went quiet. He could hear the footsteps of another approaching. They were heavy and filled with lead.

Rizer, Tile...
Something of an interesting being. When he arrived to join the group, he almost completely didn't notice Arulilo or even give a direct greeting. Arulilo didn't really care for the immediate, abrasive speech without introducing himself properly. He was in Arulilo's Espada tower anyway, and it would have been much more formal. Arulilo didn't seem to think that this man was anything near formal, though, and it brought him back to thinking about the mindlessness that envelops a hollow How angry and violent they are when they first arrive here. Maybe only his muscles came to understand the reason.

"Surely my request wouldn't be turned down. Should I have to remind you what happens if you refuse me this time? But, just in case, Accompany my task to Soul Society for our Lord Kouhai in front of comrades.I will say, refusing me this time will mean me challenging you for your rank. "

Rizer paused and spoke again.

"Since y'all don't respect my request, I will welcome all the fuckery! None of you work to better your situation, but you cry and bicker amongst yourselves. I see you, Primera, have time to grow a family but no balls of leadership. When was the last time you commanded our forces? "

Arulilo could see the electric energy dancing in the air again. The same thing occurred when he first looked into Charlotte's eyes as she grabbed him by his collar. Serenity began to cry, and Arulilo looked down at the Arrancar. He didn't really care that she was crying. He was usually cruel and sadistic in nature, and that often did not allow him to feel anything when another being showed distress. But, for the purpose of first impressions, he would walk up to Rizer and Charlotte while they locked eyes. He spoke in a very nonchalant tone.

"This seems to be getting spicy, but before you guys destroy my tower, I'd suggest maybe having an official meeting to employ tactics that would make everyone within their rank seem worthy."

Arulilo looked directly at Rizer up and down. He could see the power radiating off of him. It almost made him drunk with an influx of dizziness. The good kind.

"You are a shinigami but wear the signs of the left hand. I do not like Shingami, and I could smell you from floor 1000. wet dog if I had to place it. Nonetheless, you are powerful in both your position and strength. My name is Arulilo Meja, and I'm the new Cuatra Espada. Given the circumstances, it is still interesting to meet you"

He stood back and began to laugh hysterically.

"You guys are dysfunctional, aren't you?"